1954 Citroen 15 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | Celica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |